On January 22, 2026, Hon’ble Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha attended the Award Distribution Ceremony to Recognize Academic Excellence for students from the minority community. This event was held at Pragya Bhavan (Hall-1) in Agartala, starting at 11:30 AM.
This programme is part of a broader state initiative to empower students from religious minority backgrounds and ensure inclusive growth within Tripura’s education sector.
Key Highlights & Statistics
- Recognition of Merit: The ceremony specifically recognized topper students from Class 10 and Class 12 who excelled in board examinations (TBSE/CBSE).
- Targeted Incentives: Under the Tripura Chief Minister Annual State Award for Academic Excellence, the state distributes high-end technology—specifically Apple iPads or Tablets—to meritorious students.
- Diversity in Beneficiaries: To ensure wide representation, the state selects 5 toppers from each of the following categories for tablet distribution:
- Religious Minorities (the focus of today’s event)
- Girls
- Scheduled Tribes (ST)
- Scheduled Castes (SC)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Empowerment through Technology: In similar recent drives (August 2025), the government selected approximately 228 students state-wide to receive these devices, underscoring a commitment to bridging the digital divide for minority and backward communities.
Chief Minister’s Address
During the event, Dr. Manik Saha emphasized that the “Double Engine” government is committed to the vision of “Ek Tripura, Srestha Tripura” by fostering unity among all sections—Castes, Tribes, Manipuris, and Minorities. He noted that:
- Education is the primary tool for social and economic empowerment.
- The state government is prioritizing quality education to prepare the youth for Viksit Bharat 2047.
- The government has ensured 100% transparency in academic rewards and job recruitment, ensuring that merit is the sole criterion for success.
